If your dog has an endocrine disease (also known as hormonal issues), you might notice some changes in their skin, like hair loss and thinning. Dr. MacMillan explains: "Hypothyroidism (decreased ...

Skin conditions in dogs are very common, so it's important to recognize the symptoms and understand the factors that cause them. Dr. Rebecca MacMillan, a vet with over 15 years of experience, says she ...

There are more than 10 common skin diseases seen in adults, such as acne, atopic dermatitis (eczema), cold sores, hives, and psoriasis. It can be difficult to identify these skin problems by ...

Campbell, a veterinarian specializing in dermatology in the book "The Pet Lover's Guide to Cat and Dog Skin Diseases." On the other hand though, dogs have a coat, so there seems to be a convenient ...

But what about your pet? After all, dogs and cats suffer from the same kinds of dental diseases that we do. “The most common form of the dental disease found in cats and dogs, similar to humans ...

Nov. 21, 2024 — Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an immune disease that affects up to 4% of the global population and causes painful, recurring skin lesions and inflammation, primarily in the ...

A new study has found that microRNAs (miRNAs)—cellular RNA fragments that regulate gene expression—can be useful in identifying myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) in dogs. According to researchers ...

Pale gums could result from abnormal bleeding. Signs of blood clotting disorders include excessive bleeding and skin bruises. If your dog’s heart cannot pump blood properly, the gums won’t get the ...

Yellow scabs on dogs may suggest the presence of seborrhea. Dogs with seborrhea often have generalized skin disease, resulting in widespread yellow, flaking scabs. Other conditions can also cause ...